There are ten basic cloud types arranged in three divisions based on the altitude at which they form. Low
level clouds are Cumulus, Cumulonimbus, Stratus, and Stratocumulus. Middle level clouds are Altocumulus, Altostratus and Nimbostratus. High level clouds are Cirrus, Cirrocumulus and Cirrostratus. Precipitation primarily occurs from Cumulus, Cumulonimbus and Nimbostratus.
Whether I’m outdoors or just looking outside, I like to observe the clouds. Each cloud is different and has a different story to tell. In this book, I’ll explain some of the basic cloud types and show you some of the clouds I’ve observed outside my window at the National Weather Service Office in Gray, Maine.
Clouds Out My Window Read More »
Welcome to the Adventures of NOAA’s Owlie Skywarn and Sanctuary Sam! This book will
highlight numerous resources related to protecting the environment and preparing for hazardous weather in a relatable adventure.
Adventures of Owlie and Sanctuary Sam Read More »
Formerly Titled “The Way Weather Works”
How the National Weather Service Works Read More »
This book shows young students the inside of a National Weather Service office.
Working in the National Weather Service Read More »
Students think about the difference between weather and climate in this cut and paste activity.
Climate vs Weather Matching Read More »
Find your way home in the maze.
Get Home Before the Storm Maze Read More »
Use this song to teach about the basic procedures in natural disasters- you can customize the verses to fit the most common disasters in your area.
Natural Disasters Song Read More »
Students pretend they are a weather instrument and observe the weather using their senses.
Be the Weather Instrument Read More »
